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‘Finding Nemo’ pool at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort to feature underwater sound system, ‘Cars’ wing takes shape

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The vibrant Disney’s Art of Animation Resort welcomes guests with ocean-themed murals, a giant Finding Nemo turtle statue, and playful coral, fish, and seaweed sculptures along the exterior—setting the stage for immersive fun by the legendary Finding Nemo pool, complete with its signature underwater sound system that makes you feel like part of the movie magic.

When Disney’s Art of Animation Resort opens at the end of next month, the first Disney animated film-inspired wing to debut will be themed to “Finding Nemo” and today a new video offers a closer look at some of the unique elements that will be featured in and around its pool, along with a first look at the Cars wing coming later.

The “Finding Nemo” wing’s courtyard and pool are designed to immerse guests into the underwater world from the Disney/Pixar film. In the video below, Disney host “Patty” takes viewers on a tour around the area.

Video Preview: Disney’s Art of Animation Resort “Finding Nemo” and “Cars” wings

Most notably, the new hotel’s “Finding Nemo” pool will be Disney’s largest outside of its water parks and will feature a unique underwater sound system. (I wonder if it will speak whale?)

Splash into the fun of Disney’s Art of Animation Resort’s Finding Nemo pool—a sprawling, themed oasis surrounded by swaying palm trees, playful sea-inspired sculptures, and vibrant blue resort buildings. Experience the magic as you swim, with immersive underwater music and sounds straight from Nemo’s ocean adventure bringing this Disney story to life.

Surrounding the pool are plants specifically chosen for their resemblance to flowing underwater foliage.

Lush green palms and spiky tropical plants frame the exterior of Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, where a striking blue building decorated with wave designs and playful windows sets a whimsical stage. Just steps away, fans can dive into the immersive world of Finding Nemo at the resort’s signature pool, complete with an underwater sound system for an unforgettable themed experience.

In addition to Crush seen at the top of this article, other familiar “Finding Nemo” characters and elements reproduced in larger-than-life sizes are Squirt, Mr. Ray, Marlin, Nemo, jellyfish, and the ever-popular “Mine! Mine!” seagulls.

A cheerful baby sea turtle with big, sparkling eyes and a bright smile swims among vibrant pink coral beneath a sunny blue sky, perfectly capturing the playful spirit of Disney’s Art of Animation Resort’s Finding Nemo pool, where imaginative underwater sound effects make every guest feel like they're part of an animated ocean adventure.

A friendly, animated stingray with a big smile glides past vibrant pink coral in a lively underwater scene, capturing the spirit of Disney’s Art of Animation Resort and the playful energy of the Finding Nemo pool area, complete with immersive aquatic theming and sound effects.

Clownfish inspired by Disney and Pixar's Finding Nemo swim playfully near vibrant yellow coral, set against a sparkling blue backdrop at the Art of Animation Resort’s iconic pool, where guests dive into underwater scenes brought to life with immersive sound effects.

Giant pink jellyfish sculptures welcome guests outside the blue, ocean mural-covered buildings of Disney’s Art of Animation Resort’s Finding Nemo section, evoking the whimsical aquatic world under a sunny sky.

Four whimsical seagull statues, inspired by Disney Pixar’s Finding Nemo, perch atop tall wooden posts in front of a bright blue building at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort. These playful figures set the tone for the resort’s immersive movie-themed decor and hint at fan-favorite experiences like the Finding Nemo pool, complete with its signature underwater sound system.

While the “Finding Nemo” wing opens on May 31, just over two weeks later the “Cars” wing is close to follow, opening on June 18. And the new video also offers a great glimpse at how Radiator Springs is shaping up. It’s not quite as elaborate as the Cars Land counterpart, opening June 15 inside the Disney California Adventure theme park, but from the looks of it, fans of Disney/Pixar’s “Cars” should still enjoy this trip down Route 66.

Radiator Springs billboard featuring two cheerful cartoon cars grinning beneath the bold "Happy Place" slogan, capturing the whimsical spirit of Disney’s Art of Animation Resort and evoking the fun-filled ambiance of its iconic Finding Nemo pool area.

A sandy, unfinished pathway lined with bold rocks, whimsical streetlights, lush plants, and colorful resort buildings creates an immersive Disney’s Art of Animation Resort vibe, echoing the playful energy found around the Finding Nemo pool and its signature underwater sound experience.

Rooms at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort are already available for booking and opening dates have been announced for all four of its wings, which include the “Finding Nemo” and “Cars” wings shown off above as well as “The Little Mermaid” and “The Lion King,” opening later this summer.

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